Powys Pension Fund - The Independent Person Role
Powys Pension Fund (the Fund) administers the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for participating employers and holds approximately 19,000 member records. At 31 March 2026, it managed assets of approximately £900 million.
The Fund participates in the Wales Pension Partnership investment pool. Further information is available on the Fund's website: www.powyspensionfund.org
The Independent Person will bring independent expertise, scrutiny and constructive challenge to the Pensions and Investment Committee and the LGPS Senior Officer. Their advice will cover the full range of Fund activities and be grounded in the Fund's fiduciary duties and relevant statutory and professional guidance.
This is an advisory, non-voting role. It complements, but does not replace, the responsibilities of the Pensions and Investment Committee, Local Pension Board, Fund officers, the Wales Pension Partnership Investment Management Company (IM Co) and the Fund's professional advisers.
Applications will be assessed against the experience, qualifications, knowledge and personal attributes set out in the information pack. The supporting statement should provide clear examples demonstrating how the candidate meets the requirements of the role.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person interview at Powys County Hall, Llandrindod Wells.
This is an independent, non-employed appointment. The successful candidate will not become an employee of Powys County Council.